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Reviews

12

repeat clients

23 Reviews

Dan D.

Dec 21, 2018

Verified Stay

Cara took care of our dog while we were visiting from out of town. She was a great caretaker!

Cara A.

Tina T.

Oct 13, 2018

Verified Stay

Cara was AMAZING with Ellie! I was actually out of the country and my boyfriend out of town, she was so accommodating in keeping both of us informed. We got pictures and updates, and Ellie looked so happy with her!! Super easy and prompt to communicate with, has a lot of experience, will for sure think of her the next time I need to leave Ellie! Thank you so much Cara!

Cara A.

Stuart N.

Oct 11, 2018

Verified Stay

She was great & will use her agsin.

Cara A.

About Cara

13

years of experience

Experienced Animal Lover

I graduated from Virginia Tech in spring 2016 with a double degree in both Animal Sciences and Biological Sciences. I then moved to Chicago for a research position with Northwestern University. My apartment is located in Streeterville. I have been surrounded by animals my entire life and now that I have moved here, I am looking for a side job that will fill that void!

I have pet sat for various families starting back 13 ...

I graduated from Virginia Tech in spring 2016 with a double degree in both Animal Sciences and Biological Sciences. I then moved to Chicago for a research position with Northwestern University. My apartment is located in Streeterville. I have been surrounded by animals my entire life and now that I have moved here, I am looking for a side job that will fill that void!

I have pet sat for various families starting back 13 years ago when I was only in 5th grade. I have lots of experience watching various species, mostly cats and dogs, but also exotics such as birds. Last summer, I was hired for three months by someone who needed their cat watched while he was away out of the country. I have plenty of experience giving animals medication as both his cat and another client's dog required daily eye drops. Furthermore, during my senior year of college, my neighbor got a rescue Pitbull dog who was very animal aggressive, but the sweetest dog in the world. My neighbor was going to California for the holidays, so I offered to take care of his dog over the Christmas holidays. Though he is animal aggressive and strong, I was able to help control him on walks and when other animals were nearby. My cat who recently passed away due to congestive heart failure required medication given to her twice daily.

Being a companion animal emphasis within my Animal Science degree, I have knowledge of animal behavior and normal characteristics, and have also been taught how to properly administer medication to pets, and have been cat/dog CPR certified. Furthermore, I've worked for two different veterinary clinics for 3 years, where some of my responsibilities included: walking dogs (some of which were in post-operative condition), providing proper nutrition, administering medications and injections, among many others. I have experience taking care of animals with various issues and medical needs. I have no allergies and am willing to give your pet the love and attention they deserve and need!

I pride myself on being extremely responsible, genuine, and trustworthy. I would be more than grateful to be given the opportunity to help out watching your pet and treating him/her as if they were my own while you're away.

Please feel free to contact me, I would be more than happy to answer any additional questions or concerns you may have, along with provide any references upon your request. I hope to hear from you soon!

Cara

What Cara would like to know about your dog

Before sitting a dog, I like to know how they act towards other dogs and animals, that way I can avoid when possible if necessary! I do not have any breed preferences.

Additional Skills

Oral Medication Administration

First Aid/CPR

Special Needs Dog Experience

Injected Medication Administration

Senior Dog Experience

Can provide daily exercise

About Cara's Home

Lives in an Apartment

Non-Smoking Household

No Children Present

Does Not Have a Yard

Has No Dogs

When Cara watches your pet

I will take your dog(s) on walks nearby your place, exploring around to find fun and new courses so they never get bored. I enjoy taking dogs also for runs if they can handle it! If there are any dog parks nearby and they do well with other dogs, I am happy to bring them there to play off leash and play fetch!

In Cara's Home

Dogs Allowed On Bed

Potty Breaks Every 2-4 Hours

Dogs Allowed On Furniture

Cara's Neighborhood

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